Tag: parenting
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Understanding What It Means to Get Lost in Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast In my home, silence is a rare gem. As I sit near the window with a cup of coffee, I can hear my kids playing outside. Suddenly, one of them starts to cry, but I don’t rush out. It’s just a typical sibling spat, and I know my youngest will move on…
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Navigating Senior Year: The College Application Journey
Get Pregnant Fast This blog post is part of an ongoing series where a stay-at-home mom documents her youngest daughter’s final year of high school and the college admissions journey. Alongside this, she reflects on her own transition as she prepares for an empty nest and contemplates her next steps now that her role at…
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Navigating the Perceptions of Our Multiracial Family
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, I often find myself reflecting on how my daughter and I are perceived by others, especially in public spaces like the subway. In those early morning hours, when I’m still waking up, people seem to form their judgments before I’ve even had my coffee. Here are some observations I’ve…
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10 Things New Moms Wish They Could Tell New Dads
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a wild ride, and for new dads, navigating through this uncharted territory can feel overwhelming. Here’s a lighthearted yet honest look at ten things new moms might want to share with their partners about their parenting journey. You’re cradling the baby incorrectly. But you know what? Just keep doing it…
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7 Unpleasant Realities That Made Me Realize I’m an Adult
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be clear: I have zero desire to relive my early twenties. No way am I trading in my current life for the chaos of being 21 again—filled with immature decisions, low self-esteem, a pile of unpaid bills, a series of awful relationships, and those dreadful hangovers. The anxiety of never finding…
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Enough With the Snack Bags After Sports Events!
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s talk about a topic that’s been weighing heavily on my mind: the obsession with post-game snack bags. I might ruffle some feathers here, but honestly, it’s time we address this ridiculous trend that seems to plague every sports event. Picture this: after just an hour of soccer practice, little Sophie absolutely…
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What You Sacrifice When Your Kids Outnumber You
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is no walk in the park, even on your best days. Whether you’re raising one child or have a crew that could rival a small army, the challenges are real. As a mom of four (yes, I understand how it happens, thank you!), I can confidently say that while each additional…
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How I Guided My Kids Through Understanding and Coping with Death
Get Pregnant Fast Before my husband’s mother, Margaret, passed away at the age of 74, she gathered her family in her cozy living room, wrapped in her favorite lavender shawl. “Being able to say goodbye is a true gift,” she said, her gaze lingering on each of us. A gift? I thought. You are leaving…
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40 Hilarious Halloween Jokes That Will Tickle Your Toddler’s Funny Bone
Get Pregnant Fast Get ready for a spooky good time with these Halloween jokes that are sure to bring giggles to your little ones! After you’ve planned your family costumes and mapped out a safe trick-or-treating route, it’s time to add some humor to the holiday with these fun fall jokes. From silly knock-knock jokes…